SeekerNikon D5300
The Nikon D5300 D-SLR is a modest upgrade from the previous model, but it's just as worthy, making it our Editors' Choice for entry-level D-SLRs.
-- As reviewed by PCMag
Product details
- 24MP DX format CMOS sensor with no optical low pass filter
- 39 point AF system with 3D tracking and 3D matrix metering II
- 5 frames per second continuous shooting
- ISO 100 12800 (Expandable to 25600)
- 3.2 inches Vari angle LCD with 1,037,000 dots
- 1080 (60p, 30p, 24p) and 720 (60p, 50p) HD video (H.264/MPEG 4)
- Built in Wi Fi (for sharing and remote camera control) and GPS
PROS
+ 24-megapixel sensor with no optical low-pass filter.
+ Sharp vari-angle display.
+ Excellent JPG detail at high ISO.
+ 4.7fps continuous shooting.
+ 39-point autofocus system.
+ Quick startup.
+ 1080p60 video capture.
+ Integrated Wi-Fi and GPS.
+ Standard mic input.
CONS
- Images on the noisy side.
- Will not autofocus with screw-drive lenses.
- Pentamirror viewfinder.
- Single control wheel.
- Self-timer deactivates after use.
- Lacks depth of field preview.
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Expert reviews and ratings
By PCMag on May 07, 2014
The Nikon D5300 D-SLR is a modest upgrade from the previous model, but it's just as worthy, making it our Editors' Choice for entry-level D-SLRs.
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By TrustedReviews on October 17, 2013
The
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By TrustedReviews on October 17, 2013
On the whole the D5300 continues the design trend of the D5000 series, being slightly larger than the standard entry-level models yet smaller than the
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By TrustedReviews on October 17, 2013
Although the Nikon D5300’s sensor is the same size and resolution as the D5200’s, the removal of the anti-alias filter, along with several performance modifications, result in a better overall level of performance.
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